Melera

Melera is a village located in Raipur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gar Raipur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Melera village. As per 2009 stats, Melera village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Melera unique in its vibrant Raipur-Bankura region. You’ll see Melera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Melera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melera is 329585. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722162. Khargram is nearest town to Melera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Melera

According to the 2011 Census, Melera has a total population of about 2,066, with approximately 1,111 males and 955 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 425 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.89%, with male literacy at about 73.63% and female literacy near 59.06%. There are around 430 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,066 1,111 955
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 233 136 97
Scheduled Castes (SC) 425 228 197
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 43 24 19
Literate Population 1,382 818 564
Illiterate Population 684 293 391

Connectivity of Melera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melera. As per the 2011 stats, Melera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Melera

Knowing the nearby villages of Melera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melera.

Frequently Asked Questions about Melera

Where is Melera located?

Melera village is situated in Raipur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Melera?

Melera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Melera?

The pincode of Melera is 722162, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Melera as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melera is 2,066, with 1,111 males and 955 females.

How many households are there in Melera as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Melera village has a total of 430 households.

What is the literacy rate in Melera as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melera is 66.89%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 59.06%.